Samsung Galaxy F17 vs Vivo iQOO 15T
The Samsung Galaxy F17 (2025) runs on the Exynos 1330, while the Vivo iQOO 15T (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500; launch prices were $185 and $499. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO 15T leads — 82/100 vs 46/100 (a 36-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO 15T has the bigger battery (8000 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 200 MP; the Vivo iQOO 15T is faster in AnTuTu (4,704,310 vs 607,489); the Samsung Galaxy F17 is noticeably lighter (192g vs 216g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy F17
Vivo iQOO 15T
What makes Samsung Galaxy F17 better?
- Lighter: 192g vs 216g
- Cheaper at launch: $185 vs $499
- Better portability (69/100 vs 44/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO 15T better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 4704310 vs 607489
- Better Geekbench Single: 3293 vs 960
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10243 vs 1826
- Bigger battery: 8000 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 25W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 90Hz
- Higher performance (97/100 vs 46/100)
- Better camera (65/100 vs 33/100)
- Longer battery life (75/100 vs 44/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 67/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy F17 vs the Vivo iQOO 15T, the Vivo iQOO 15T scores 36 points higher (82/100 vs 46/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T leads (97/100 vs 46/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T leads (65/100 vs 33/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T leads (75/100 vs 44/100). Value score: Samsung Galaxy F17 — 56/100, Vivo iQOO 15T — 86/100; it shows how far a model sits above or below the usual level for its price, and is not part of the overall rating. In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy F17 (97/100 vs 46/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy F17 (99/100 vs 67/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy F17 (65/100 vs 33/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy F17 (75/100 vs 44/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy F17 notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO 15T (69/100 vs 44/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy F17 | Vivo iQOO 15T | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Exynos 1330 | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | |
| AnTuTu | 607489 | 4704310 | |
| Geekbench Single | 960 | 3293 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1826 | 10243 | |
| Display | 6.7" Super AMOLED | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2340 | 1440x3168 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 8000 mAh | |
| Charging | 25W | 100W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 5 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 13 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 6GB / 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 15, up to 6 major Android upgrades, One UI 7 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1100 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP54 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 164.4×77.9×7.5 mm | — | |
| Weight | 192 g | 216 g | |
| Launch price | $185 | $499 |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy F17
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 5MP
- Front: 13MP
Vivo iQOO 15T
- Main: 200MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy F17
- 6.7" Super AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2340
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Vivo iQOO 15T
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3168
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy F17
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- No wireless charging
Vivo iQOO 15T
- 8000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Samsung Galaxy F17 and Vivo iQOO 15T, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO 15T leads Samsung Galaxy F17 by 87.1% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $314. Samsung Galaxy F17 was $314 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy F17 (97/100 vs 46/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy F17 (99/100 vs 67/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy F17 (65/100 vs 33/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy F17 (75/100 vs 44/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy F17 notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO 15T (69/100 vs 44/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy F17 or the Vivo iQOO 15T?
The Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy F17 by 36 points (82/100 vs 46/100).
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy F17 and the Vivo iQOO 15T?
The Samsung Galaxy F17 has a MobileRank rating of 46/100, the Vivo iQOO 15T — 82/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy F17 or the Vivo iQOO 15T?
The Vivo iQOO 15T leads on camera score (65/100 vs 33/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy F17 or the Vivo iQOO 15T?
The Vivo iQOO 15T leads on performance (97/100 vs 46/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy F17 over the Vivo iQOO 15T?
The Vivo iQOO 15T is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.